If you’re not sure where to find Irish Made gifts this year, these gorgeous Christmas Markets are the places to visit
The Happy Days Christmas Market: 28 Nov – 5 Jan 2025 (Dublin)
Sustainable? Check. Promoting Irish business? Check. Stunning festive outfits and designer ski gear to rent for the holidays? Check and check.
Dress rental service Happy Days is delighted to bring back the Happy Days Christmas Market again this year to encourage customers to shop local and support other female owned businesses.
Four Irish and female-owned businesses will have their products stocked in Happy Days for the six-week festive period. These beautiful Irish brands, The Smooth Company, Croia Jewellery, Cotone Collection, and Studio Byrne have been curated by Rachel to align with her customers’ values and desires. If you’re in the area or planning a ski holiday, be sure to check it out! Click here for more information.
Killruddery Christmas Market: Weekends from 29 Nov – 5 Jan 2025 (Co Wicklow)
Killruddery Christmas Farm Market will be open in Killruddery Yard from Friday, 29 November from 2pm to 8pm. Running until 23 December, 40 charming stalls will be filled with food, crafts, jewellery and more every Saturday and Sunday (10am-5:30pm), with an additional Friday on 20 December (2pm to 8pm).
The Killruddery Christmas Farm Market offers a unique selection of artisan goods, festive treats, and local crafts – the perfect place to take home sentimental keepsakes or pick up unique gifts for loved ones while supporting some of Ireland’s talented makers. Click here for more details.
Medieval Christmas Market at Bunratty Castle: 29 Nov – 23 Dec (Co Clare)
For a festive experience with a difference, step back in time and immerse yourself in the magic of the brand new Christmas Medieval Market within the courtyard of Bunratty Castle.
Set among twinkling fairy lights, you’ll find skilled craftspeople showcasing their talents side-by-side with artisan food producers. Browse a dazzling array of Christmas goodies and handcrafted treasures, perfect for filling stockings or finding that unique gift for someone special. Click here for more information.
Mountain View Christmas Markets: Every Sunday in December (Co Kilkenny)
Get into the holiday spirit at the Mountain View Christmas Market, a festive event filled with joy, delicious food, live music and unique gifts for everyone on your list!
With over 150 traders, this is one of Ireland’s largest Christmas markets and the perfect chance to support local businesses and embrace the season’s magic.
The Mountain View Christmas Markets will be open every Sunday in December from 10am-4pm and feature hundreds of artisan craft, street food, art, vintage clothes and much more from local and nationwide independent businesses. Click here for more information.
The Irish Pop-Up Collective: 1 & 8 December (Maynooth and Dun Laoghaire)
The Irish Pop-up Collective is back with two events this Christmas – one in Maynooth and one in Dun Laoghaire. With loads of Irish brands to shop from including Cleo Prickett, FAO Millinery, Begley & Bowie, Una Burke Leather, George Horn, Orwell & Browne, the markets promise to be the best free festive gifting events in Ireland.
Over 55 Irish brands and businesses will showcase their products at the pop-up in the Glenroyal Hotel, Maynooth on Sunday 1 December, and over 65 brands and businesses will feature at the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire pop-up one week later on Sunday 8 December. Click here for details.
Fia Pop Up Collective: 2 – 24 December (Dublin)
The Irish fashion brand Fia is running a Christmas Pop-Up Collective throughout December in Brian S Nolan in Dun Laoghaire.
The Fia range, beautifully handcrafted in Ireland, consists of caps, beanies, scarves, sweaters, capes, cardigans, gilets and socks, perfect for the outdoor enthusiast and those who love to wear superior fabrics. The Collective will feature not only Fia’s signature pieces but also other local artisans and ethical brands including Ninfa Studio offering unique handcrafted pieces of moss wall art, Soak offering bath soaks, salts and essential oil candles all influenced by the therapeutic benefits of the sea and organic herbs and Yvonne Bolger Jewellery featuring handcrafted pieces in Sterling Silver and Gold taking inspiration from Ireland’s rich mythology and beautiful landscape. Click here for details.
Gifted at the RDS: 4 – 8 December (Dublin)
It’s one of the best festive events in the calendar and Gifted, The Contemporary Craft and Design Fair, featuring the Spectacular Christmas Food Emporium, is set to return once again to the RDS in Dublin. The iconic Christmas craft fair features 300 designers and makers, over 100 artisan food producers and a huge selection of stylish and sustainable gifts.
Visitors will enjoy a full day out where you can meet the makers, enjoy demonstrations and workshops, all while finding unique quality gifts for your loved ones and stocking up on tasty festive foods. Click here for more details.
Tiny Traders Pop Up Christmas Market: 6 – 24 December (Galway City)
Set in the heart of Galway City, the brilliant Tiny Traders Christmas Market will run from early December right up until Christmas Eve. The market features the best local artisan gifts, arts, crafts, cosmetics, antiques, vintage clothing, food, collectors items, souvenirs and much more.
In addition to hosting their amazing array of regular traders, they’ll have several new vendors to introduce you to as well. Click here for more information.
Christmas Shopping Expo: 7-8 December (Dublin)
Whether you’re a last-minute shopper, a careful planner, or simply looking for a festive day out, The Christmas Shopping Expo 2024 promises to deliver what you’re looking for. Resembling a festive indoor market, this unique event brings all your holiday needs under one roof, making it easier than ever to tick off your Christmas gift list.
With over 100 retailers featuring renowned brands and unique, independent vendors, there’s something special for everyone, from grandma and grandpa to your best friend – and, of course, all of Santa’s little helpers! Click here for more details.
For more brilliant Irish gift ideas and to find other fabulous Christmas markets around the country, pick up the December issue of Irish Country Magazine, in stores now.
